June is Indigenous History Month. Celebrate Indigenous contributions & culture while remembering the colonial legacy of Residential Schools.
Indigenous Inspired Beanbags. We have mindfully created an Indigenous collection of products that represent our country’s Indigenous heritage and encourage learning about our First Nation’s People. Perfect resource for your home, educational setting, aged care service, classroom displays and early learning center. Incorporating beanbags into your educational or home environment help to support the many learning and development opportunities surrounding the use of beanbags such as improved hand eye coordination, cultural awareness and imaginative play, numeracy and cognitive development, sensorial exploration, motor skills and physical strength. Each beanbag is filled with dried rice, overlooked and well stitched to ensure strong durability for use during play. Please select your beanbags size from the drop down menu bar. Large 10cm x 7cm Medium 9cm x 6cm Small 8cm x 5cm Please note, each set of 4 is chosen at random. If you have a specific design in mind, please contact us so that your order can be dispatched accordingly. Measurements are approximate www.skylarsensory.com
This poster describes a set of learning principles specific to First Peoples. The First Peoples Principles of Learning were articulated by Indigenous Elders, scholars and knowledge keepers to guide the development of the curriculum and teaching of the the English…
Indigenous Peoples Day is a special occasion to honor the rich cultures, traditions, and histories of Native American communities. For elementary kids, it's a chance to learn, appreciate, and celebrate the diversity and contributions of indigenous peoples. Here are the top 10 best ways to teach elementary kids about Indigenous Peoples Day.1. Storytelling Sessions: Start with captivating stories about Native American legends, folklore, and history. Encourage kids to ask questions and discuss what
Ideal for your truth and reconciliation journey with Indigenous peoples in Canada, featuring five student activities and a comprehensive checklist for crafting a land acknowledgement. Through these Indigenous Education activities, students will establish connections with the land they inhabit, identify the Indigenous territories they reside in, and independently compose their own land acknowledgements, fostering understanding and respect for Indigenous lands and peoples. Page 1: Land Acknowledgement Lesson Plan Page 2: Understanding Land Acknowledgement handout (brainstorming activity included) Page 3: Creating Land Acknowledgements checklist Page 4: Land Acknowledgement reflection questions (worksheet) Page 5: My Land Acknowledgement fill in the blanks template Page 6: My Land Acknowledgement fill in the blanks template (example) Page 7: My Land Acknowledgement worksheet (illustration and written acknowledgement activity) Page 8: I live on ______ lands colouring sheet You may also like... Land Acknowledgements (primary) Indigenous Education Beginners Bundle First Nations in British Columbia (lesson and research project) First Nations Connection to Salmon (life cycle and culture) Orange Shirt Day Bundle (primary) Orange Shirt Day Bundle (intermediate) Indigenous People in Canada Residential School Reading Response (intermediate) Medicine Wheel SEL and Goalsetting Indigenous Heroes Research Project Click here for more resources ❤︎ LET'S CONNECT ❤︎ Join my newsletter (freebies + teaching tips) Etsy Shop (yes, I sell orange shirts) Instagram Teachers Pay Teachers Huy ch q'u! (Thank you)
We provide every student at the Ottawa Catholic School Board with meaningful opportunities to learn about Indigenous peoples and participate in Indigenous-centred activities. If your child self-identifies as First Nation, Métis, or Inuit, we also provide further culturally-relevant programming to honour your child's Indigenous ancestry and support their academic success. We acknowledge We respectfully acknowledge
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As Canadians, one vital perspective we need in our lesson plans is an Indigenous viewpoint. Here are some Indigenous Education Resources.
Traditional ecological knowledge, or TEK, can encompass science, medicine, ecology, religion and culture – and help protect the environment.
Anthropologist Dr Darren Ranco is working on a project that blends Indigenous knowledge and Western science, attracting more Indigenous students into STEM
Les peuples autochtones au Canada ne représentent pas un seul groupe ou une seule expérience, mais une multitude de perspectives, incluant celles des Inuits, des Métis et des peuples des Premières Nations. Ce guide pédagogique utilise des études de cas afin d’explorer les diverses expériences des peuples autochtones sur une longue période de temps, offrant plusieurs options de pistes d'enquête.
This activity bundle, great for inclusion in NAIDOC week and Reconciliation Week activities, is jam-packed with quality resources that will support you in teaching your students about Indigenous Australian and Torres Strait Islander history and culture without having to leave your classroom! The Flipbook, worksheets and fact sheets provided will assist your students in exploring this topic while keeping them engaged and reflective upon the impact of European settlement.
We've collected a list of Indigenous resources we use with our students to research and learn about Indigenous People in Canada. Come look!
Indigenous peoples in Canada do not represent one group or experience, but a multiplicity of perspectives, including those of Inuit, Métis, and First Nations. This education guide uses case studies as a means of exploring the diverse experiences of Indigenous peoples over a wide expanse of time, presenting multiple options for avenues of inquiry.
Are you looking for information on Indigenous Peoples of Canada, that's up-to-date, culturally sensitive, clearly structured, AND has student friendly language? This is it! A complete unit for teaching about Canada's Indigenous people (First Nations). More than 100 pages of detailed, step-by-step lesson plans, informational articles, interactive notebook templates, recording sheets and more! Sample inquiry questions are provided to help guide the learning. What's Included? ♥ Guiding Inquiry Questions - 6 samples are included ♥ Lesson 1: Introduction to Culture - 2-page article - Brainstorming web activity (multiple, differentiated versions) - Venn diagram ♥ Lesson 2: What are Basic Needs? - Brainstorming web - 2-page article (2 levelled versions) - Ticket out the Door - Cut and paste sorting activity ♥ Lesson 3: Indigenous Place Names in Canada - Mapping activity with place names and their meanings for provinces and territories, capital cities, and other communities across Canada - Bonus activity specific to British Columbia ♥ Lesson 4: Indigenous Technology - Powerpoint lesson (also PDF version) - Student prediction and recording sheet - Anchor charts - Student reference handout ♥ Lesson 5: Indigenous Structures - 4 two-page articles (Longhouses, Teepees, Igloos, and Wigwams) - Jigsaw activity with interactive notebook pieces ♥ Lesson 6: Totem Poles - 3 two-page articles (types of totem poles, symbols, colours) - Multiple options for student comprehension ♥ Lesson 7: Indigenous Storytelling - Mentor text suggestions - Lesson plan for students to write their own legends ♥ Lesson 8: Inquiry Research Project - Research project partner planning sheet - Options for student recording pages - Poster blackline master - 2 options for assessment - Student work samples ♥ Lesson 9: Treaties - 2-page article - Numbered Treaties anchor chart - Treaty Vocabulary task - Research project instructions and assessment ♥ Assessment - Study sheet, test, answer key Note: This downloads as a .zip file! For a more detailed preview, or to purchase individual pieces of this unit, click on any text above written in green. Real images are used to supplement the information. Students will gain a fuller understanding of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada, traditionally and in modern-day times. This resource has been created with accuracy and cultural sensitivity in mind. It is in keeping with the recommendations by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. A portion of the proceeds from your purchase will go to support The Orange Shirt Society. Find out more at orangeshirtday.org. This unit perfectly aligns with the Grade 3 Curriculum in British Columbia (BC), but will work great across Canada: Alberta: Grade 5 5.2.2 examine, critically, the ways of life of Aboriginal peoples in Canada by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions and issues: • What do the stories of First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples tell us about their beliefs regarding the relationship between people and the land? (I, CC, TCC, LPP) • How are the Aboriginal cultures and ways of life unique in each of the western, northern, central and eastern regions of Canada? (I, CC, TCC) Saskatchewan: Grade 4 DR4.2 Explain the relationship of First Nations and Métis peoples with the land. a. Investigate the traditional worldviews of First Nations peoples prior to European contact regarding land as an animate object and sustaining life force. b. Research traditional lifestyles of First Nations communities and peoples prior to European contact (e.g., hunting, gathering, movement of people to follow food sources). c. Explore how the traditional worldviews and teachings of First Nations’ Elders regarding land influence the lifestyle of First Nations people today. Manitoba: Grade 5 5-VH-009 Appreciate the contributions of First Peoples to the development of Canada. 5-VH-011 Appreciate the Aboriginal, French, and British heritage of Canada. New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia: Grade 5 5.4.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the diverse societies of First Nations and Inuit in what later became Canada Northwest Territories and Nunavut: Grade 2 Recognize that First Nations and Inuit people are Canada’s original peoples. (Some modifications may need to be required at this grade level.) For a more detailed preview, or if you want a little less? These lessons can be purchased separately: ♥ Indigenous Technology ♥ Totem Poles ♥ Indigenous Structures (Shelters) ♥ Canada's Numbered Treaties You may also be interested in Indigenous Culture Informational Articles which complement this unit: ♥ Blackfoot ♥ Ktunaxa ♥ Inuit ♥ Haida ♥ Haudenosaunee ♥ Coast Salish ♥ Syilx Okanagan Customer Tips: Leave feedback on this item to earn credit toward future TpT purchases! I appreciate your feedback! It gives me the information I need to continue creating high-quality products for your classroom! Be the first to know about my new products and freebies! Look for the green star near my store name and click it to become a follower. You will receive customized e-mail updates about my store! Feel free to e-mail me with any questions about this product at: [email protected] and connect with me for classroom ideas & resources, freebies, and more product details at any or all of the links below! Curriculum Essentials Facebook Instagram ♥ Angela
This activity bundle, great for inclusion in NAIDOC week and Reconciliation Week activities, is jam-packed with quality resources that will support you in teaching your students about Indigenous Australian and Torres Strait Islander history and culture without having to leave your classroom! The Flipbook, worksheets and fact sheets provided will assist your students in exploring this topic while keeping them engaged and reflective upon the impact of European settlement.
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Are you looking for a way to teach your children diversity? Books are the perfect resource for this! Here are 46 amazing Native American children’s books for your family to enjoy.
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We've collected a list of Indigenous resources we use with our students to research and learn about Indigenous People in Canada. Come look!
Wondering how to celebrate Indigenous peoples day for elementary? Why not explore a few fantastic people with these easy STEM and art activities? Create art with Bronwyn Bancroft and Kenojuak Ashevak, explore space with John
My first video looks at how to authentically include minority and indigenous perspectives into your classroom! There is a handout that goes along with the resource too you can find it here The Video covers -Why to include indigenous views -A quick recap of the developmental features of the 3-6 and 6-12 child referrin
In this week's issue of our environment newsletter, we look at how Indigenous fire practices can help us avoid high-intensity wildfires and how plastic pellets are ending up in the Great Lakes.
A guide developed with Indigenous leaders to better support Indigenous employees in your workplace.
